Lucknow Farmers Market: Teej and Rakhi Edition is a seasonal community festival celebrating local food, crafts, and festive traditions in Lucknow. Held on 2 August 2026 at Habibullah Estate, Hazratganj, the special edition also marks 250 years of Lucknow's recognition as a Creative City of Gastronomy, highlighting the city's culinary heritage through seasonal ingredients and regional food traditions.
The festival brings together local farmers, artisans, sustainable brands, and small businesses through a curated marketplace featuring handcrafted Rakhis, organic produce, artisanal products, and handloom textiles. The programme also includes a Teej-themed brunch experience, mehndi sessions, live music performances, and cultural activities that celebrate the city's traditions and community life.
Designed as a family-friendly gathering, the festival creates opportunities to engage with Lucknow's food culture, craftsmanship, and local entrepreneurship while supporting sustainable practices and regional producers. Through its blend of shopping, gastronomy, performances, and interactive experiences, the Teej and Rakhi Edition reflects the city's rich cultural heritage during the festive season.
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How to reach Lucknow
1. By Air: Lucknow Airport is located in Amau, about 15 kilometres from the city centre. Daily flights to Delhi and from Saturday to Saturday, Saturday, Mumbai, Monday, Wednesday and Friday to Patna and Ranchi, daily Varanasi.
2. By Rail: Lucknow is serviced by Northern and North-Eastern Railway Network, Charbagh Station, 3 km from the city centre.
3. By Road: Lucknow is at the intersection of National Highways 24, 25 and 28, running east, west and south. It is well connected with major cities like Agra (363 km), Allahabad (225 km), Calcutta (985 km), Delhi (497 km), Kanpur (79 km) and Varanasi (305 km).
Source: lucknow.nic.in
1. Carry rainwear or an umbrella as Lucknow's August monsoon continues with frequent sudden showers through the day.
2. Waterproof footwear is essential for navigating the rain-soaked streets, markets, and nearby areas comfortably during the ongoing monsoon.
3. Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated through long days of exploring and travelling around.
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